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Can I qualify for student loan forgiveness if I worked remotely for a government agency?
In general, maybe. For many student loan forgiveness programs, what matters is the type of employer and the type of work, not whether you did the job in an office or remotely. If you were employed by a qualifying governm...
Can my landlord deduct $600 for nail holes and normal wear after I lived there five years?
In Wisconsin, a landlord usually cannot charge a tenant for ordinary wear and tear, and that often includes minor damage that happens from normal living over time. Nail holes from hanging pictures or everyday use may som...
What are my rights if my spouse refuses to leave the home after I filed for divorce?
In Maryland, filing for divorce does not automatically make one spouse entitled to force the other spouse out of the marital home. In general, both spouses may have rights to live in the home until a court orders otherwi...
Do I have to pay child support if I am incarcerated and have no income?
In general, being incarcerated and having no income does not automatically erase a child support obligation in Rhode Island. Child support usually continues unless the support order is changed by a court or another legal...
Do I have to attend mediation before a divorce trial in Alabama?
In Alabama, you may have to attend mediation before a divorce trial, but it depends on the court, the judge, and the facts of the case. Mediation is a process where the spouses try to reach agreement with the help of a n...
What happens if I caused a minor accident and then got arrested for DUI in Connecticut?
If you caused a minor accident and were then arrested for DUI in Connecticut, you may be facing more than one type of problem at the same time. In general, there can be a criminal DUI case, possible motor vehicle consequ...
How do I prove an inheritance should not be divided in equitable distribution?
In Georgia, the basic question is usually whether the inherited property can be traced as separate property rather than marital property. In general, an inheritance received by one spouse may stay that spouse’s separate...
How do I enforce alimony when my ex moved overseas?
If your ex moved overseas, enforcing alimony can become more complicated, but it is not always impossible. In general, the first question is whether a North Carolina court still has authority over the divorce or support...
Is it legal for a waiver to block my claim after a zipline harness failed?
In South Dakota, a signed waiver may affect an injury claim after a zipline harness failure, but it usually does not automatically end the analysis. Whether the waiver is enforceable often depends on what the form said,...
Can a prenup decide who pays attorney fees if we divorce?
In general, a prenuptial agreement may address how attorney fees are handled if the marriage ends in divorce. That said, whether a particular clause will be enforced can depend on the wording of the agreement, the circum...
What happens if the landlord’s eviction notice asks for more rent than I actually owe?
In Louisiana, if an eviction notice or other demand to pay rent says you owe more than you actually owe, that may matter a lot. In general, a landlord must give a tenant notice that is accurate enough to support the evic...
What are my rights if a defective traffic light caused the accident?
If a defective traffic light may have caused a crash in North Dakota, you may have the right to seek compensation through one or more legal claims, depending on the facts. In general, that can include claims involving a...
Can I still file an insurance claim if the other driver admitted fault at the scene but now denies it?
Yes, in general you may still be able to file an insurance claim even if the other driver later denies fault after admitting it at the scene. In California, an insurance claim is usually evaluated based on the available...
Is it legal for a prenup to say one spouse gets a lump sum after five years of marriage?
In Arkansas, a prenuptial agreement can often include a clause that gives one spouse a lump-sum payment after a certain length of marriage, such as five years, but whether that term is enforceable usually depends on the...
How do I deal with a spouse who keeps delaying the divorce by asking for continuances?
In North Carolina, a spouse who keeps asking for continuances may slow the divorce process, but it does not necessarily stop the case forever. A continuance is usually a request to postpone a hearing, conference, or tria...